molded Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb form in clay, wax, etc
    mould; model; mold.
    • model a head with clay
  2. verb become moldy; spoil due to humidity
    mildew; mold.
    • The furniture molded in the old house
  3. verb form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
    mould; cast; mold.
    • cast a bronze sculpture
  4. verb make something, usually for a specific function
    mould; form; work; shape; forge; mold.
    • She molded the rice balls carefully
    • Form cylinders from the dough
    • shape a figure
    • Work the metal into a sword
  5. verb fit tightly, follow the contours of
    mold.
    • The dress molds her beautiful figure
  6. verb shape or influence; give direction to
    influence; shape; regulate; mold; determine.
    • experience often determines ability
    • mold public opinion
  7. adjective satellite shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
    wrought; shaped.
    • a shaped handgrip
    • the molded steel plates
    • the wrought silver bracelet

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